If you are over 16, you can buy emergency contraception (the “morning after” pill) from a local pharmacist.

WHAT YOU SHOULD DO:

Contact the surgery as soon as possible.If you act quickly, emergency contraception will usually prevent pregnancy.

WHAT WE WILL DO:

We may arrange to see you, or be able to give you a prescription, or perhaps advice over the telephone.If, for any reason you cannot get the help or advice you need from us, you can get further advice or free contraception from:

Emergency contraception is a way to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex. Emergency contraception should not be used regularly or to replace your usual method of contraception, it is for emergency back-up situations only.

Information is available at the surgery on the different types of emergency and regular contraception during consultation with a GP or Practice Nurse.